Hamiltons Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky vs Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hamiltons Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Hamiltons
★ 4.18
£35
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Wemyss Malts
★ 5.00
£44
| Hamiltons Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky | Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hamiltons | Wemyss Malts |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £34.5 | £43.9 |
| Rating | 4.18/5 | 5.00/5 |
Hamiltons Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Hamiltons Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Quick verdict
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.18).
Hamiltons Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £35 vs £44.
For beginners: Hamiltons Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Hamiltons Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.5 vs £43.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£43.9 vs £34.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Hamiltons?
Hamiltons Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Velvet?
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Hamiltons Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Only Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)